Naturopathic medicine for the whole family

Sage Elements Naturopathic Clinic, located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is proud to offer top quality and comprehensive naturopathic medical services to our community.

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct form of primary care. It is the embodiment of holistic care through the incorporation of physiological, mental, emotional and spiritual influences on an individual's health. Assessment of the individual's needs includes an in depth intake, as well as laboratory testing and a physical exam when warranted. While the types of concerns that present are varied, I have particular interest in digestive health, endocrine (hormonal) difficulties, emotional disturbance (anxiety/depression), fatigue, stress, pain management, as well as pediatric, men’s and women’s health concerns.

I offer a wide range of natural services and treatment options including:

Nutritional Counseling

Botanical Medicine

Nutritional Supplementation

Acupuncture

Physical Medicine

Environmental Medicine

Lifestyle Counseling

Who typically visits a Naturopathic Doctor?

People visit my naturopathic practice for a variety of reasons. These may include, but are not limited to:

Digestive Concerns

- irregularity, gas/bloating, ulcerative colitis/Crohn's)

Fatigue

Stress

Mental and Emotional Concerns

- e.g. anxiety/depression

Weight Concerns

Hormonal Concerns

Thyroid Concerns

Woman's Health Issues

- menopause

- infertility

- decreased libido

- healthy pregnancy

- menstrual concerns (PMS, etc.)

Men's Health Issues

- prostate health

- decreased libido

Skin Concerns

- eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, acne Candida

Pain - muscle, nerve, bone

Allergies

Headaches - migraines, tension

Arthritis

Osteoporosis

Athletic/physical injury

Some patients come in without any particular concern, but are on a mission to optimize their health and be preventative in their health care approach.

My practice is guided by the founding principles of naturopathic medicine.

First Do No Harm (primum non nocere)
• To provide the most effective and safe health care with the least amount of risk possible

Identify and Treat the Cause (tolle causum)
• While symptomatic treatments may be used, our main goal is to treat the underlying cause of illness

The Healing Power of Nature (vis medicatrix naturae)
• We possess the innate ability to heal ourselves, Naturopathic Medicine strives to support this process

Doctor as Teacher (docere)
• To educate, support and help facilitate the individual in taking responsibility for their health

Treat the Whole Person
• Recognize physical, mental, emotional, environmental and social aspects of the individual and the roles they play in our health

Emphasize Prevention
• Encouraging optimal health through emphasis on prevention of illness, rather than the treatment of it after the fact

Through compassionate, top quality and individualized care I am committed to helping each patient reach their health goals.